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SP12 UDY

2012 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

186,483 mi
Last recorded186,483 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 UDY
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 186,483 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 183,430 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 170,214 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 142,418 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 128,525 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 115,905 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 102,644 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 91,166 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 82,444 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 74,958 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 72,810 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 61,690 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 56,479 miles

Offside Front dust shield insecure

Fail 8 Nov 2018 56,436 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front dust shield insecure

Pass 30 Nov 2017 47,043 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 38,831 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 38,831 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255 40 19 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 27,490 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A6?

Based on 2,724,792 MOT tests across 249,374 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
8,511
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
249,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 72,312
constant velocity joint gaiter split 48,430
position lamp(s) not working 25,884
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 25,264
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,578
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SP12 UDY is a 2012 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2012 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 88,066 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 72,312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP12 UDY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A6 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Audi A6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP12 UDY registered?

SP12 UDY is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is SP12 UDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP12 UDY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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